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Patty Melt Pizza Recipe

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This Patty Melt Pizza combines the rich flavors of a classic patty melt sandwich with a homemade focaccia crust, topped with caramelized onions, seasoned ground beef, a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and a zesty patty melt sauce. Baked to golden perfection in a cast iron skillet, it’s a savory, comforting dish perfect for pizza lovers seeking a unique twist.

Ingredients

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Focaccia Dough

  • 1 cup warm water (110°F–115°F)
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 ½ cups (312.5 g) all-purpose flour

Toppings

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded

Patty Melt Sauce

  • ⅔ cup (155 g) mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Mix yeast mixture: In a large bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Prepare oil mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and kosher salt. Add half of this mixture to the yeast mixture and reserve the other half for later use.
  3. Make dough: Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms that pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  4. Let dough rise: Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it, and allow it to rise for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
  5. Caramelize onions: During the last 30 minutes of dough rising, heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced yellow onions and cook, stirring occasionally for 15–20 minutes until soft and golden brown. Remove onions and set aside.
  6. Cook ground beef: In the same skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease. Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper, then stir to combine and set aside.
  7. Prepare patty melt sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice, black pepper, freshly chopped parsley, and minced garlic. Set aside.
  8. Preheat oven and prepare dough in skillet: Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Coat a 12-inch cast iron skillet with the reserved garlic oil mixture. Transfer the risen dough to the skillet and use your fingers to press it evenly to the edges and create dimples on the surface.
  9. Bake dough: Bake the dough in the preheated oven for 12 minutes until it’s slightly puffed.
  10. Add sauce layer: Remove the skillet carefully from the oven and spread half of the patty melt sauce (about ½ cup) evenly over the crust, reserving the rest for later.
  11. Add toppings: Layer the cooked, seasoned ground beef and caramelized onions on top of the sauce. Then sprinkle evenly with shredded mozzarella and mild cheddar cheese.
  12. Bake pizza: Return the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 13–15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  13. Finish and serve: Remove pizza from oven, drizzle the remaining patty melt sauce over the top, and garnish with additional freshly chopped parsley. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet for best results in baking the pizza crust evenly.
  • Caramelizing the onions slowly is important to develop their sweet flavor and avoid bitterness.
  • The patty melt sauce adds a tangy, creamy element that complements the savory toppings—don’t skip it.
  • You can substitute mild cheddar with Swiss cheese for a more traditional patty melt flavor.
  • Ensure water is within the temperature range (110°F to 115°F) to properly activate the yeast without killing it.

Keywords: Patty Melt Pizza, Focaccia Pizza, Cast Iron Skillet Pizza, Caramelized Onion Pizza, Ground Beef Pizza

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